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Laser-driven hydrothermal processing

US11358237B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 2018
Grant dateJun 14, 2022
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Expiry dateAug 13, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K2103/50
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Systems for processing a material by submerging the material in a fluid and directing laser pulses at the fluid and the material for processing the material. An embodiment removes the surface of concrete, brick, or rock or minerals in a relatively gentle, energy-efficient, and controlled manner that also confines the material that is removed.

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